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BW51 MBU

2002 Renault Clio

Blue Petrol 1149cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,286 mi
Last recorded58,286 miles
Recorded on16 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Renault Clio65,208 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW51 MBU
MakeRenault
ModelClio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,149cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2014 58,286 miles

near side shock absorber upper bush/bearing has slight wear

Pass 30 Mar 2013 53,901 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 48,777 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

slight play in os and ns front steering rack

slight play in os front top mount

Pass 7 Mar 2011 43,669 miles

Both Front ABS rings Corroded

Minimal play in nearside front top mount/bearing

Minimal play in o/s/f steering arm to rack

Minimal play o/s/f top mount/bearing

Pass 30 Mar 2010 40,877 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 40,877 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 37,804 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 34,634 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,483 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 27 Mar 2006 28,396 miles

How Reliable is the Renault Clio?

Based on 14,729,048 MOT tests across 1,134,954 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
5,436
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
1,134,954
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 660,730
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 412,067
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 387,794
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 323,634
position lamp(s) not working 317,331
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BW51 MBU is a 2002 Renault Clio in Blue with a 1,149cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2002 Renault Clio models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 65,208 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Renault Clio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 660,730 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BW51 MBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Renault Clio typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 24 years old, this Renault Clio is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BW51 MBU registered?

BW51 MBU is a 2002 Renault Clio, first registered on 22 February 2002.

Is BW51 MBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW51 MBU shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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